Rope Access Technician (RAT)

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• At heights
• Dangerous
• Outdoors
• All weather conditions

Work setting

• Various locations

• Supervise crew members
• Follow emergency and safety procedures
• Train other workers
• Maintain clean and safe work environment
• Supervise and co-ordinate activities of workers
• Keep record of work performed and location and condition of equipment
• Establish work priorities and ensure procedures are followed and deadlines are met
• Ensure safety procedures are followed
• Document data access rules
• Coordinate work activities to ensure projects meet deadlines and budgets

Area of work experience

• Installation, maintenance and inspection of equipment or facilities

Employment groups
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and/or refugees
• Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.)
• Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.)
• Recruits newcomers and/or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example: Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.)
• Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition
• Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees
• Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees
• Does not require Canadian work experience

Support for Indigenous people

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers
• Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations
• Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers
• Facilitates access to Elders who can offer support and guidance to Indigenous workers

Languages: English

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Industrial Rope Access Trade Association (IRATA) Certification

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Work under pressure

Personal suitability

• Organized
• Team player

Who can apply

• a Canadian citizen
• a permanent resident of Canada
• a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit